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Building Trust Through Curiosity Peter Schein on Leadership & Humble Inquiry

Building Trust Through Curiosity Peter Schein on Leadership & Humble Inquiry

Update: 2025-10-15
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In this episode, we sit down with Peter Schein, co-founder and CEO of the Organizational Culture and Leadership Institute, to explore the power of asking the right questions and building open, trusting relationships. Peter, who contributed to the second and third editions of Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling (originally written by his father, Edgar), discusses how curiosity in leadership is more important than ever in today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven world.

Join us to discover:

·       How to effectively ask open-ended questions to foster trust and curiosity.

·       The key differences between inquiry and interrogation, and why they matter.

·       The transformative power of asking instead of telling.

·       How to navigate and overcome challenges in the modern workplace with humble inquiry.

With over 30 years of leadership experience in the technology sector, including roles at Apple, SGI, and Sun Microsystems, Peter brings invaluable insights into organizational culture, leadership development, and communication. His work offers a fresh perspective on leadership, emphasizing trust and inquiry over command and control.

Learn more about Peter and his work by visiting his website today!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

Keep up with Peter Schein socials here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pschein/ 

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Building Trust Through Curiosity Peter Schein on Leadership & Humble Inquiry

Building Trust Through Curiosity Peter Schein on Leadership & Humble Inquiry